§ Mr. DAYasked the Minister of Transport the results of the automatic traffic signals that have been erected recently; particulars of the number of automatic traffic signals that are at present in use in the Metropolitan area; and the country of origin of these signals?
§ Mr. HERBERT MORRISONSo far as the country generally is concerned, I have no reason to doubt that the automatic traffic signals which have been installed are giving satisfactory results. The only automatic traffic signals in operation in the Metropolitan area are at Ludgate Circus and are of British origin. The signals erected in Oxford Street have been tested recently but are not yet in permanent operation. The signalling apparatus, as distinct from poles, cables, etc., is of United States origin for the reasons which I explained on the 6th May last in my reply to a question by the hon. Member for Melton (Mr. Everard), a copy of which I am sending my hon. Friend.